Whether you were once watching Jack LaLanne in your living room, sweatin to the oldies, donning your leg warmers, going to the club to lift weights like Arnold, or are currently taking advantage of the many opportunities to live an active lifestyle, come join this one-hour lighthearted conversational look at the history of fitness in America.
Discover the deeply restorative power of Yoga Nidra, often called “yogic sleep,” a guided relaxation experience that brings your body and mind into complete harmony. While comfortably lying down, you’ll be led through a 40-minute journey designed to release physical tension, quiet mental chatter, and restore emotional balance. This ancient meditative practice is known to reduce stress, improve sleep, and awaken a lasting sense of calm and well-being. Whether you’re enhancing your yoga practice or simply seeking powerful stress relief, this class offers the reset your mind and body deserve.
Breath is more than just a vital function. It is the bridge between mind and body. From the first breath we take at birth to the last we take in life, we inhale and exhale nearly half a billion times. Yet, how we breathe often goes unnoticed, even though it profoundly shapes our mental and physical well-being.
In this class, participants will explore the intimate connection between mind, body, and breath. Learn how conscious breathing can influence thoughts, calm the nervous system, and restore balance throughout the body. Through guided practice, develop tools to harness the power of breath for relaxation, focus, and overall wellness.
Meditation can feel mysterious or even intimidating, especially in the Western world, where misconceptions and conflicting ideas often surround it. In reality, meditation is a simple practice of mental focus that can bring profound benefits to your everyday life. Join this class to explore practical tools, tips, and techniques to start, or sustain, a meditation practice that fits your lifestyle and supports your well-being.
Students who are already familiar with the foundational principles and the first 10 movements are ready to deepen their T’ai Chi Chih practice in this Level II class. Participants will learn the final 9 movements, completing the full 19-movement form, while exploring the richer meditative and energetic aspects of T’ai Chi Chih. Class time will include thoughtful review and refinement of previously learned movements.
Prerequisite: T’ai Chi Chih Beginner Class, Level I.
Instructor:Hope SpanglerMembers: $51; General Public: $56
Course #:FIT160 | Room:Room 5
Day of Week | Date | Time : M | 4/13/2026 - 5/4/2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM This class meets 4 times Seats Available:3
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T’ai Chi Chih (pronounced Tie Chee Chuh) is a contemporary form of Qigong consisting of 19 gentle, flowing movements designed to cultivate balance, relaxation, and overall well-being. Often described as a moving meditation, T’ai Chi Chih emphasizes ease, mindfulness, and "Joy through Movement."
In this course, students will learn the first 10 movements of the 19-movement form and receive guidance on how to practice safely and confidently on their own. Suitable for all fitness levels, T’ai Chi Chih offers a calm, accessible way to reduce stress, improve focus, and support physical and emotional health through simple, intentional motion.
Instructor:Hope Spangler Course #: FIT157 | Room:Room 5 Day of Week | Date | Time:M | 3/2/2026 - 3/23/2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM Note: Students are not charged when placed on a waiting list, and will be notified by MTP staff if a seat becomes available.
